Film Screening - Arthur Erickson : Beauty Between The Lines - 17th June 2026

Wednesday17th June 6.15PM FOR A 6.30PM START

BDP, 11 Ducie St, Manchester M1 2JB

A rare UK showing of Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between The Lines. The film chronicles the untold personal and professional triumphs and tragedies of one of the most captivating modernist architects of the 20th Century.

Beauty Between the Lines delves into the life and work of Arthur Erickson, a visionary architect first in Canada and ultimately throughout the world. With intimate interviews, unseen archival footage, and an exploration of his architectural masterpieces, the film weaves together the complexities of Erickson's personal and professional life.

In the shadows of his visionary buildings he lived another life as a gay man. Some say his partner, interior designer Francisco Kripacz, was the catalyst to his eventual bankruptcy but he was the true love of Arthur’s life. A tragedy of personal and professional triumphs, the film reveals a man who transcended traditional boundaries, who fused art, culture, and nature and in the process, redefined modern architecture.

More info on the film and trailer here

The film will also involve a Q&A via zoom with the producers/ directors

Thank you to BDP for supporting this event.